A little raw onion in some boiling water might do the trick.
Sinus pressure is painful and can cause severe headaches that interfere with daily routines. Sinus pressure is caused by changes in temperature and air pressure, allergens such as dust or pet dander and from illnesses such as sinus infection or colds and flu. There are natural ways to relieve the pain and pressure while also treating causes of this sinus problem.
Instructions
1. Pour boiled water into a large bowl and add a cut, raw onion. Place a towel over your head and the bowl, creating a tent. Breathe in the steam deeply for 15 minutes. The vapors help open sinus passageways, relieving pressure.
2. Use the hot water and tent method above, but add three to four drops of eucalyptus oil instead of the onion. Eucalyptus has been used for centuries to open respiratory passageways.
3. Add three drops of tea tree oil to the hot water if sinus pressure is from a bacterial or viral infection. According to the Mayo Clinic, tea tree oil has been used in many cultures for centuries and is believed to have antimicrobial and antiseptic properties. While there is evidence to support these theories, the Mayo Clinic advises that more conclusive studies are needed.
4. Add spicy peppers or cayenne to your foods. Cayenne contains capsaicin, which relieves the inflammation that can cause sinus pressure and improves circulation to painful areas. Sprinkle cayenne pepper on chili or burgers, or add some fresh hot peppers to a salad.
5. Press the index fingers above the middle of your eyebrows and massage the area in small, circular motions for 15 seconds. Move the fingers to the area between the eyebrows next and massage. Repeat as often as necessary. This is a technique of acupressure, which is a popular alternative to medicinal treatments.
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